What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Data Analyst I position at Otter Tail Power Company?
Business Data Analyst
Otter Tail Power Company is seeking a qualified Business Data Analyst to lead the development, support, and ongoing operation of business data systems that support electric utility operations, analytics, and reporting. This position serves as a subject matter expert for business data processes and plays a critical role in ensuring data accuracy, system integrity, and effective integration across enterprise applications.
This role is responsible for overseeing the day to day operation and analysis of business data systems, including identifying and resolving daily data exceptions, performing root cause analysis related to data quality and system performance, and completing required operational and regulatory reporting. The position supports data validation, editing, and estimating processes for electric utility data and ensures daily synchronization between business data platforms and related systems such as the AMI Head End, Customer Information System (CIS), Geographic Information System (GIS), Web Portal, Historian, Load Management, and other ancillary systems. The Business Data Analyst provides accurate data and develops technical and analytical reports to support internal stakeholders and asset analysis initiatives, participates in system upgrades and enhancements, and provides backup support for the AMI Operator as needed.
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will have a four year degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in business data analysis, Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems, data analytics, or a closely related field. Experience with electric utility rates and billing processes, computer systems analysis, and application support is required, along with strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and time management skills. Candidates must be able to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and demonstrate customer service and utility billing experience, strong reporting and data analysis capabilities, and development, scripting, or programming skills. Knowledge of electrical meters and electric distribution systems and operations is highly desirable. The role also requires experience supporting data architecture, data management, and archiving, as well as the ability to manage and support multiple application environments, including Test, Development, Disaster Recovery, and Production. Five or more years of related experience is preferred.
What We Offer
We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals.
• Competitive wage & benefit package.
o The expected offer for this role is $63,000 – $87,000 annually. Actual base compensation will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
o Incentive plans
o Employee Stock Ownership options
o Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
o Health, disability and life insurance plan options
• Our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement. This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.
• Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!
• Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they’re working.
To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. Applications accepted through April 27, 2026.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary : $63,000 - $87,000